Maintenance

Automotive technology never ceases to improve and braking systems are no different. However, no matter how technologically-advanced brake systems are now, they still all rely on brake fluid to do their job, no matter the brand or model. With that being said, it’s quite easy to understand why it’s important …

A car is one of the most important possessions you can have. It is a significant investment and it gets you from point A to point B safely, protecting you from the weather, and in an expedient manner. How can you make sure this investment lasts for as long as …

One of the best ways to take good care of things we value is to put them to safety when we won’t need them. Just like your car. You may need to secure it before leaving for a long vacation. Or store it for the winter. Whatever the reason is, …

Your car’s cooling system’s main job is to keep your engine from overheating. Unfortunately, dirt and mineral deposits can build up in your cooling system over time which can significantly reduce its efficiency as well as cause many other correlated problems. To prevent expensive cooling system repairs, your bet is …

With all the recent innovations in automotive technology, it’s sometimes hard to keep track of all the new features manufacturers add to engines every year. However, some important parts stayed mostly the same for the last couple of decades. The valve cover gasket is one of them. The fact that …

An engine block heater is useful to car owners living in really cold climates. The first time a driver starts a car on a cold morning is when lots of engine damage can happen. To prevent that, it warms the engines oil or coolant to make starting easier and prevent …

Without the battery, modern cars wouldn’t be able to start. Unfortunately, batteries are not always reliable and are one of the most frequently replaced parts on cars. Whenever your battery fails and needs to be replaced, there are many different battery choices available to you. To help you choose the …

In the previous article, we have covered a basic tune up procedure, explaining what needs to be done to keep your engine in good shape. While these steps are great as general preventive maintenance, there are additional things you can do to make your car run even better. Inspecting the …

Previous articles have covered the most common tuneup procedures, and some more advanced. However, there are several car components mechanics tend to overlook during a tuneup. In this article, we will go over some detailed tuneup procedures. What Is an O2 Sensor? The job of O2 or oxygen sensors is …

  Most car owners are familiar with the term ‘tune up’. However, many of them are uncertain what it means and what exactly it does for their car. The origins of car tuneups date back to the dawn of cars, when everything was mechanical. Unlike modern cars, older engines had …